Private Tour
Brisbane Murder Mystery: Self-Guided City Detective Game
Overview
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Start point: Queens Gardens (144 George St) - open the app and hit “Start.”
Briefing in-app: your case file, suspects & how gameplay works (2–3 mins).
Chapters: 10–14 bite-size missions guiding you through CBD highlights.
Gameplay: decode ciphers, match details on buildings, choose story paths.
Pacing: typical playtime ~90–120 minutes with optional cafe breaks.
Finish: return towards Queens Gardens; get your team score & debrief screen.
Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate. Walking: ~2–3 km on city pavements.
Who it’s for: Couples, friends, families with older kids, team bonding.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unlock the activity first using the same email you made the purchase with.
Bring a charged smartphone with internet connection.
This is a walking activity. Not recommended for people with restricted mobility.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Step into Death in the Shadows, a self-guided outdoor escape game that turns Brisbane’s CBD into your crime scene. Follow clues, interrogate story characters in-app, and piece together evidence as the city becomes your board. You’ll uncover hidden details around landmarks such as King George Square, Queen Street Mall, and the area around the Museum of Brisbane, solving clever puzzles and unlocking twists. Start when you like, take breaks for coffee, and play entirely at your own pace, it’s private to your group.
What‘s Included
Access to Brisbane Murder Mystery game in the app
Full availability: Every day of the year.
Safety: It’s self-guided, open air and you will avoid crowds.
Flexibility: start, take a break and continue at your own pace.
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Brisbane Murder Mystery: Self-Guided City Detective Game
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Murder…….
MossmanJoe,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went for a 2.5 km jaunt around Brisbane and loved this mystery. We really liked it. We did it just before dark til a bit after dark and then went on to dinner 😀
Morning of sleuthing
Wen,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lovely way to walk around the CBD area while solving crime. We covered approx a 6-8block area checked out MOB, King George Square and Queen Street mall. Saw all the Wendy’s ladies in their Red braided wigs out promoting the new restaurant opening. Lots to see
being a Detective in a Murder Mystery to solve experience
X2573PCmargaretn,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00great fun, walking and seeing the city with a focus to find the murderer! Great way to enjoy Brisbane City with family. I recommend this experience!
A fun afternoon in the city
Dugster66,,Jun 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fun couples activity and interesting way to explore a new city. Challenging clues but not difficult. Easy to understand the app.
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